INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

Under the direction of the Information Technology Manager I of the School Fiscal Service Division (SFSD), the Information Technology Specialist I is responsible for managing the information technology (IT) solutions of SFSD, specifically the Integrated Apportionment System (IAS), which includes the Principal Apportionment Data Collection (PADC) Web-based and the Apportionment applications. This position is the project lead on the update to the new Apportionment Application including coordination with contractor, current IT team and SFSD leadership.

Duties include (but are not limited to) :

• Act as the IT Project Manager in the School Fiscal Services Division and manage, implement and support the transfer of the new Apportionment Application update. Work with Technology Services Division (TSD), Administrators and Managers to prepare and oversee work plans to ensure successful transition from existing application to the updated application. Along with the other IT staff, ensure IT systems are fully tested for timely deployment of both desktop and web-based applications. Assist with identifying technical solutions to improve functionality and user interface based on system requirements. Communicate changes, enhancements, and modifications of business requirements, verbally and / or through written documentation to TSD and management.
• Analyze, develop and document business and technical requirements for current and future IT solutions with in SFSD.
• Complete required training to develop skills necessary to program in updated Apportionment Application.
• Keep current with industry trends and new technologies, by reviewing technical literature and performing independent research.

Personal Leave Program 2025

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary range(s) shown on this job posting does not reflect the salary reduction.

Per CCR 249.3, this recruitment may be used to fill additional identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this job posting.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

TELEWORK OPTION

HYBRID

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. A hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and working a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details Job Code # :

JC-499630

Position #(s) : 174-260-1402-XXX

Working Title :

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

Classification :

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I $6,513.00 - $8,729.00 A

$7,163.00 - $9,599.00 B

$7,864.00 - $10,537.00 C

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions : Work Location :

Sacramento County

Telework : Hybrid

Job Type : Permanent, Full Time

Facility :

School Fiscal Services Division

Department Information

The California Department of Education (CDE) oversees the state's diverse and dynamic public school system, which is responsible for the education of more than six million children and young adults in more than 10,000 schools with 295,000 teachers. The CDE and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction are responsible for enforcing education law and regulations; and for continuing to reform and improve public elementary school programs, secondary school programs, adult education, some preschool programs, and childcare programs. The CDE's mission is to provide a world-class education for all students, from early childhood to adulthood. The CDE serves our state by innovating and collaborating with educators, schools, parents, and community partners, preparing students to live, work, and thrive in a highly connected world.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date : 12 / 1 / 2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and / or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination / Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below :

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to :

Department of Education

Human Resources Division

Attn : C&P PC 0478 / JC-499630

1430 N Street Ste. 1802

Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at :

Department of Education

Human Resources Division

C&P PC 0478 / JC-499630

1430 N Street, Suite 1802

Sacramento , CA 95814

Closed 11 / 27 / 25-11 / 28 / 25

08 : 00 AM - 05 : 00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job :

Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of "Statement of Qualifications, Your Name ," be no more than 2 pages, no smaller than 12-point Arial font, and address the following :

Describe your skills and experience and how they meet the specific desirable qualifications in this job announcement.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate :

Benefits

The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee's bargaining unit. Some of these benefits include :

More benefit information can be found on CalHR's website : Benefits Summary

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Human Resources Contact :

Lydia Delgado

(916) 445-9481

ldelgado@cde.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact :

Bill Douglas

(916) 322-7617

WDouglas@cde.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact :

Randi Thompson, EEO Officer

(916) 445-9174

oeoinfo@cde.ca.gov

California Relay Service : 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Important Application Instructions

Examination Information

To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification.

Please note : A separate application is required for the examination and must be submitted to the address on the examination bulletin.

The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at : Examinations Bulletins - Exams & Jobs (CDE Intranet) or at the link below :

Information Technology Specialist I :

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.